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Religious Sites in Melbourne

Religious Sites in Melbourne, Australia

Religious Sites in Melbourne

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  • ChefCliveM
    London, UK2,463 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We visited St Patrick’s, as we have done on previous trips to Melbourne, to hear Mass for our belated friend Luca Fusi. I telephone and spoke to Father Michael and explained that it was at St Patrick’s that Luca heard Mass just before he died back in London. Father Michael was sympathetic and very understanding and indeed, Luca's name was read out. It was a very moving service, a sung mass, and will stay in our hearts forever. Thank you to Father Michael and the whole ministerial team for your love and understanding.
    Written 5 January 2025
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  • C...
    Victoria, Australia93,185 contributions
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    The main part of the church is one of very few buildings in central Melbourne which were built before the Victorian gold rush of 1851. This was well before the economic boom that occurred in 1880... which is where the city began to flourish with stunning buildings and was the wealthiest city in the world at the time.

    Noted as the first church in the state, it was designed by Samuel Jackson in a simple Gothic style. Jackson was born in London and is noted as a pastoralist and architect. The following are his recorded works: the first St Francis', 1839; the second St Francis', 1841; the first Scots Church, 1841; St Patrick's Hall, 1847; St Mary of the Angels, 1846; Melbourne Hospital, 1846; St Patrick's Church, 1850; St Paul's, Coburg, 1850; the Tower House, Flinders Street; a residence for Colonel Anderson; and a warehouse in North Geelong.

    The church had many adaptions over the years; a cedar ceiling (1850), a chapel (1856), a sanctuary (1879) and a front porch was added in 1956.

    It is located on a very busy corner of Lonsdale and Elizabeth Streets. It is quite striking amidst the busy cityscape around it.
    Written 29 October 2024
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  • BPB2012
    Kolkata (Calcutta), India1,177 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    While in Melbourne last month for attending an International Convention and spend time with our grand daughter working there, my wife and I had the occasion to visit this temple one evening taken by a local friend who has been a frequent visitor there. It was neat ane clean having large number of visitors specially during week ends. Very simple but good meals are served to all visitors in the evening and we enjoyed having the same. The place has a divine pious environment.
    Written 17 July 2024
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  • Simon B
    City of Greater Geelong, Australia4,357 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Glorious little bluestone church near heart of city.
    Lovely gardens make the entrance so sweet and serene.
    A wonderful church to reset, contemplate higher things & escape urban worries.
    Used the garden benches a few times as meeting point for family & friends.
    Written 7 October 2024
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  • platypus150
    Melbourne, Australia33,157 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    It is dwarfed by St Pat's across the road, but I found St Peter's to be charming and pleasant to look at, with its white motor between bluestone blocks.
    Written 9 April 2019
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  • EndlessTravels
    Greater Melbourne, Australia38,672 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lovely church with its unmistakable blue door that is located opposite the prestigious Melbourne Grammar. Very welcoming church for casual visitors
    Written 28 October 2021
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  • Jeffry b
    Essendon, Australia13,737 contributions
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    East Melbourne Synagogue is an historic Shule, dating from 1857. The synagogue is Heritage Listed, and is known as "the City Shule." The East Melbourne Synagogue is well known for hosting Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, including education. The Synagogue is currently undergoing restoration.
    Written 27 November 2023
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  • EndlessTravels
    Greater Melbourne, Australia38,672 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Australia has a long history of Irish immigration and many Irish leaders are commemorated throughout the country. This statue is located near the amazing St Paul’s cathedral
    Written 10 July 2024
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  • Jeffry b
    Essendon, Australia13,737 contributions
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    Archbishop Daniel Mannix (1864-1963) was an Australian cleric born in County Cork, Ireland. He was President of Maynooth Seminary and later became Archbishop of Melbourne. Mannix was one of the most influential Australian churchmen of the 20th century. His involvement in Australian politics remains controversial. Roman Catholics often see Mannix as a counter to Cardinal Norman Gilroy.
    Written 2 December 2023
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  • Jeffry b
    Essendon, Australia13,737 contributions
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    The Bunjil sculpture dominates the Docklands cityscape. The Bujil sculpture is 25 metres (80 feet) tall. Bunjil is a totem of the Wurundjeri people, who inhabited this are before white settlement. Bunjil is incarnated as a wedge-tailed eagle, who soars freely above the earth.
    Written 14 August 2022
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  • EndlessTravels
    Greater Melbourne, Australia38,672 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    nice building with warm welcoming members. they do a lot of charitable work locally and overseas. worth a visit
    Written 5 February 2017
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  • Jeffry b
    Essendon, Australia13,737 contributions
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    Parkville Presbyterian Church's foundation stone was laid in November 1897. When the Uniting Church of Australia was formed in 1977, the Church was transferred to that body. In 2008, it was sold to the Mar Thoma Syrian Church. The Church was later sold to the Holy Trinity English speaking parish of the Moscow Patriarchate-Russian Orthodox. The Church looks rather isolated, security is tight, entrance is very difficult. The Church was built to last, over 120 years since it was completed it is still sound, the red brick and sandstone structure is still imposing, and the high-pitched slate roof looks tight. The Gothic-style stained glass windows are in good condition. The three-level crown tower is unique in Victoria and possibly in Australia. The Church continues to have an active ministry more than a century after its after its dedication.
    Written 4 February 2021
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